Beiqi Mudflats
北岐
Xiapu's best-known sunrise spot, close to the county town. In the morning light, laver bamboo poles and fishing boat silhouettes form a classic scene.
Beiqi Village sits about 3 km east of Xiapu county town, facing Dongwu Bay. It is the most accessible sunrise spot for tidal flat photography in Xiapu. During the autumn and winter laver farming season, the sea is dense with bamboo stakes and netting. At sunrise, backlit shots of fishermen rowing sampans and harvesting laver, combined with morning mist and reflections off the water, offer rich layers. There's a viewing platform on the hillside, and you can also go down to the seawall for close-up shots. Check the tide table in advance and choose a day when sunrise falls around mid-to-high tide, for better water reflections. Arrive 30–45 minutes before dawn to secure a spot. Beiqi also has an old street and scenes of fishermen drying laver, which are worth a wander. Viewpoints are generally free or charge a small parking fee, and it's about 10 minutes by taxi from the county town. Winter mornings are windy, so dress warmly and avoid stepping into deep mud.
Opening hours
All day (best at sunrise)